Innova seeks approval for 60-hectare data centre near Altrincham
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What happened
Innova has submitted plans to Cheshire East Council for a large, campus-style data centre. The proposed site covers 60 hectares in the Spodegreen area, near Altrincham and Dunham Massey. Innova states the project will help meet growing demand for digital capacity and connectivity. Public concerns have been raised regarding the scale of the construction and potential noise pollution.
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Why it matters
The project aims to boost local employment and business opportunities, with Innova projecting the creation of approximately 350 full-time equivalent jobs. The construction and operation of such a large facility could change the regional supply of digital capacity.
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Who's involved
- InnovaRenewable energy developer proposing the data centre
- Cheshire East CouncilLocal authority receiving the planning documents
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- AltrinchamSpeculative
Altrincham might see increased investment and job creation from the data centre development.
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The entities involved
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Innova
company
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Cheshire East Council
local authority in Cheshire, England